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Osayi Okuns
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Two Takes and a Pod
How to Steal a Nigerian Election
On this episode , following Nigeria's 2023 Presidential and National Assembly Elections Osayi, Ayo, Mira and Tola explore the reasons for our trust issues with INEC by brainstorming the best way to steal an election (with the consent of INEC of-course). We ask whether they have been set up to fail at the institutional level, or if it’s due to political corruption (pay to play). Could it be that it’s not their fault? Because the nature of Nigerian Politics, which seems to always have a tinge of violence and intimidation (and now hacking), is INEC simply a vict...
2023-03-11
2h 08
Two Takes and a Pod
Election Day Special: Voting at Every Level
It's Election Day, and if you can, go and vote!!!On this episode, we'll be exploring the relationship between the Executive, Legislative and Gubernatorial branches of Government, and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We attempt to answer.. How exactly does the National Assembly function? What exactly do they campaign about? And what powers does the House and Senate have over the other branches? Especially when it comes to keeping the themselves in check. ** Music **Theme Song by 1705muzikOwa - Falz...
2023-02-25
1h 51
Two Takes and a Pod
Can a 3rd Party Candidate Win? : Part 4 - Accusations, Integrity & Takeaways
We end the series on the integrity of the candidates, accusations have been made against all the major candidates, so we discuss the issue of integrity and whether or not it's a big enough factor in Nigerian elections . This episode ends the series on the 3rd Party candidates but Ayo, Mira and Tola will be here exploring some more items on Nigeria’s 2023 Elections Stay tuned for more!** Music **Theme Song by 1705muzik🚨🎙️ Engage with the show on tiktok and instagram -@twotakesandapod Support the show by...
2023-02-13
43 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Can a 3rd Party Candidate Win?: Part 3 - A 3rd Party Presidency
On this episode, we imagine a Peter Obi Presidency and what that may look like without real party representation in the National Assembly. Over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a 3rd party candidate like Peter Obi (or any of the other 15 candidates) can leverage the support of the people, their political relationships and their own resources or the party’s to win the Presidency? Listen to hear what w...
2023-02-13
35 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Can a 3rd Party Candidate Win?: Part 2 - Party Ideology or lack there-of
On this episode, we try to breakdown the Ideologies of the political parties, past and present and that proves to be a challenge, even with very detailed manifestos. Over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a 3rd party candidate like Peter Obi (or any of the other 15 candidates) can leverage the support of the people, their political relationships and their own resources or the party’s to win the Pr...
2023-02-13
41 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Can a 3rd Party Candidate Win?: Part 1 - Infrastructure
On this episode, and over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a 3rd party candidate like Peter Obi (or any of the other 15 candidates) can leverage the support of the people, their political relationships and their own resources or the party’s to win the Presidency? Listen to hear what we've learnt! Enjoy the show!** Music **Theme Song by 1705muzik🚨🎙️Engage wi...
2023-02-13
39 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Burn notice
🚨🎙️On this episode, Osayi gives a little background on where he's been and what to expect next on the show. Long story, less long, we back!Stay tuned for new episodes! ** Music **Theme Song by 1705muzik 🚨🎙️ Engage with the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod Support the show by giving us a 5 star rating and Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.
2023-02-12
04 min
Two Takes and a Pod
The Lioness of Lisabi w/ Eyilola A.
🚨🎙️On this episode, Eyilola Ajibola of unosabi9ja.com joins the podcast to talk about his piece on Funmilayo Ransom Kuti. We start with her background and her connection to Brazil, then we get into how that positioned her for a good education and led her to not only become a teacher but also to start a literary club for women in her hometown of Abeokuta. This leadership and activism led her to fight against unjust taxes and other tools of the colonial government and it is through this she received national acclaim and became one of th...
2022-04-04
1h 36
Two Takes and a Pod
Young, Famous & African ?
🚨🎙️On this episode, Osayi does his level best to make sense of the new Reality TV Series from Netflix - Young, Famous and African. Jumoke M. , Tolu A. and special guest Ivie A. join the show to help break it down and share their observations. We talk about the major characters, friendship & relationship dynamics and big moments in the first season. If you thought it, we said it. Let us know your take below!** Music **Theme Song by 1705muzikIntro Song: Addicted by Rema 🚨🎙️ Connect with t...
2022-03-28
1h 24
Two Takes and a Pod
Looking out for the kids w/ Samuel A.
🚨🎙️In this episode, we’re sitting down with Samuel Anwana of the S.A Foundation to discuss what it’s like to run a foundation to support children in Nigeria. This conversation focuses on adoption and we leverage Sam’s experience with this topic.We start off the discussion with the motivation to do this kind of work and how he got started. Then we jump into adoption, we touch on everything from how this industry works in Nigeria, to the stigma of adoption and what it means for foundations like S.A.F to have real...
2022-03-21
1h 31
Two Takes and a Pod
Surviving the Ukraine Crisis w/ Tolu O.
🚨🎙️ On this episode, Tolulope Osho joins the podcast to share how he’s been working to help Africans fleeing the crisis in Ukraine. It’s been over 2 weeks since the war in Ukraine broke out, a lot has happened, and there are quite a few things happening. I was curious about how fellow Nigerians in Ukraine are faring, and also how Nigerians and Africans in Canada could help. What should we know and what’s the real story besides what we are hearing from traditional media outlets? Tolulope speaks passionately about...
2022-03-14
37 min
Two Takes and a Pod
You should be a Stoic w/ Kojo O.
🚨🎙️In this episode, Kojo Owiredu joins the show to make a case for stoicism.We start with a little bit of background and the concept as described by the proprietors. Then we talk about how we found the stoic philosophy and what it means to us. Later on, we identify some of the major figures we’ve seen exhibit signs of stoicism, we end detailing some of the tenets that have endured over time. Honestly, there are so many ways to approach this topic but the goal today was to capture wh...
2022-03-07
56 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Does God Speak Your Love Language?
🚨🎙️ This episode is an excerpt from the love languages conversations, this time we focus on how our love languages show up in religion, in this case we discuss Christianity. However a much more philosophical and spiritual conversation ensues, there is something here no matter your creed. Follow these links for the video and article. Listen to a previous episode with Jummie here. And check out her podcast here. Listen to a previous episode with Jacquie here. And check out her podcast here. Listen to a previous epis...
2022-02-28
30 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Styled by Zalahari w/ David E.
🚨🎙️On this episode, David Ezomoh Fashion Designer and Founder of Zalahari designs, joins the show. We start off with quick takes, then jump right into his background and how he found fashion design while attending school in Nigeria.Later on we discuss his entry into Canada and we explore how attending school for Fashion Art and the Nigerian & Canadian Culture influenced his approach to fashion. We end on the business of fashion and cultivating a support system.You can find David’s designs on Zalahari here and David Zal...
2022-02-21
1h 23
Two Takes and a Pod
What's your love language?
🚨🎙️In the spirit of valentine, I sit with some of my favourite podcast hosts to make sense of the 5 love languages. I start by asking them what they knew about love languages prior to me reaching out(7:20). We stumble into an issue about primary love languages(10:57) , then we get into their love languages(18:55).. and mine. We get into other misconceptions (35:32). Later I ask them about current partners and exes (42:32). We end, challenging the concept of love language as described by Dr Gottman and Wife(1:06:14), and the guests give their final takes(1:36:14). Follow these links for the video...
2022-02-14
1h 55
Two Takes and a Pod
Two Takes at a Time
🚨🎙️ This episode is an introspective, I take some time to give some background on me, what the show is about and why I'm doing it. As time goes on, I'll make a point to check in every now and then and give some context as to where the show is headed. ** Music **Theme Song by 1705muzikIntro Song - Spiritual by John ColtraneOutro Song - Better than Gold by Barrington Levy (The Harder they Fall Soundtrack) 🚨🎙️ Follow the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod & twitter - @twotakesa...
2022-02-07
34 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Africa's Trusted Property Marketplace w/ Kweku E.
🚨🎙️ In this episode, we discuss SESO Global, a company focused on making access to the African property market easy and profitable. With this in mind I explore the opportunities available for Africans in the diaspora, as well as how SESO hopes to make property ownership a reality for Africans home and abroad.You can find out more about SESO Global’s Marketplace here. ** Music **Theme Song by 1705muzikIntro Song - Ababioo by Kojo Owiredu 🚨🎙️ Follow the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod & twitt...
2022-01-31
48 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Vestiges of Violence w/ Hameeda B.
🚨🎙️ On this episode I sit with Hameeda Buhari, Director of Operations at HumAngle Media and host of the Vestiges of Violence podcast, it details the plights and experiences of victims of violence in Nigeria. We discuss HumAngle’s mission, pertinent stories from the podcast and some of the tends she sees covering insecurity in Northern Nigeria. Link to the podcast: https://humangle.org/category/podcast/vestigesofviolence/Link to the episode discussed: https://humangle.org/mother-to-a-terrorists-child/Link to The Crisis Room podcast: https://humangle.org/category/podcast/thecri...
2022-01-24
49 min
Two Takes and a Pod
The Second Best Time w/ Osuyi O.
🚨🎙️On this episode we are back to regular programming. Today I'm catching up with a good friend Osuyi Omorogbe, he's a certified Real Estate Agent, and a trained accountant with an MBA from Queens. Osuyi comes from a family of Real Estate investors, so you can say it runs in the blood. My goal here is to debunk what it really takes to buy a property in Ontario and Canada, so I went and asked a bunch of people what their challenges were and I also asked Osuyi what he typically hears. What I like about his...
2022-01-17
1h 01
Two Takes and a Pod
Three Takes on 2021: Afrobeats w/ Osagie. O & Emman O.
🚨🎙️Hear me out! I know it looks long but I promise that this is fire 🔥🔥The final note on 2021, and we end with music, Afrobeats music! I sit down with 2 music heads and discuss the year in Afrobeats. Top 10 tracks? Check. Hidden gems? Check. Best project? Check. Best Artist? Check. We also look forward to the rest of the new year and discuss artists who may be up next in the culture. There are lots of wild takes and jokes along the way. Did I mention that snippets of the tracks in question are overlaid a...
2022-01-10
2h 08
Two Takes and a Pod
Two Takes on 2021 Sports: Wins, Upsets, MVPs w/ Tolu A.
🚨🎙️ Happy New Year people! 2021 was a blast and I wanted to put a button on the year that was, so I have Tolu Arogunmati aka Aeromati joining us, he works on the Sportsnet app and as a result is pretty well informed on Canadian sports and is passionate about sports in general. He also hosts 2 podcasts linked below. On this episode, we review the year in sports, we start of with Quicktakes where Tolu cheekily turns a question on me, then we discuss some of the most important and funniest moments, here in Can...
2022-01-03
47 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Two Takes on 2021: Big moments, Lessons, Laughs w/ Tolu A.
🚨🎙️ In this episode, we talk about some of the most notable, wild and funniest events that happened over the course of 2021 from our perspective here in Canada. Join us as we review the year, joke about the ups and downs and ultimately decide what lessons we'll be taking into the new year, if any lol. We focused on the most entertaining moments, which made it a lot of fun! Enjoy the show and follow the links below for info on Tolu's podcasts. You can find Tolu on instagram: @aeromati, check out his podcasts:Random black pers...
2022-01-03
34 min
A Word To The Wise
75. Good Vibes All 2021 & Greater Vibes In 2022 Ft. Osayi Okuns
In this episode, Jummie and Osayi from the Two Takes and a Pod podcast reflect on 2021 and what they hope to accomplish and learn in 2022. They discuss the January 6th attack on the capitol, the passing of Virgil Abloh, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's interview with Oprah, vaccines, self-love/self-awareness, BBLs, and much more!——Song featured in this episode: Loud Urban Choir - Bloody Samaritan (cover)——Host: Jummie MosesInstagram: @Jum_Bugg——Have a dilemma, or need an opinion ? Get in touch and ask Jummie by emailing: awordtothewisepod@gmail.com or follow our Instagra...
2021-12-13
1h 00
A Word To The Wise
49. Good Vibes All 2021 & Greater Vibes In 2022 Ft. Osayi Okuns
In this episode, Jummie and Osayi from the Two Takes and a Pod podcast reflect on 2021 and what they hope to accomplish and learn in 2022. They discuss the January 6th attack on the capitol, the passing of Virgil Abloh, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's interview with Oprah, vaccines, self-love/self-awareness, BBLs, and much more!——Song featured in this episode: Loud Urban Choir - Bloody Samaritan (cover)——Host: Jummie MosesInstagram: @Jum_Bugg——Have a dilemma, or need an opinion ? Get in touch and ask Jummie by emailing: awordtothewisepod@gmail.com or follow our Instagra...
2021-12-13
1h 03
Two Takes and a Pod
'Dem Regular Trademark' | 20 10 2020 A year later w/ Dabira
🚨🎙️This week we remember "October 20th 2020" the day of the Lekki Tollgate Massacre in Lagos, Nigeria. My Guest today is Dabira, an activist that was one of the organizers on ground during the ENDSARS protests. My objective with this conversation is to put light on what it meant to have been involved in last years ENDSARS protest. I get into that with Dabira, then we jump in to the day of the shootings and the legacy of the movement. This is quite a story. Check out the documentary and other ways you can support...
2021-10-25
1h 13
Two Takes and a Pod
Predictions - Nigerian Independence Special
🚨🎙️To close out the recognition of Nigerian Independence, we end with a game that speculates on some of Nigeria's current affairs in media, politics and day to day life. For our friends from other countries here in Canada and around the world, what do these predictions look like for you in your country?Happy Independence Day! 🇳🇬🦅🐎Theme Song by 1705muzikIntro Song: BOJ- “ Awolowo” (Remix) ft. Falz, Ycee, Fresh LOutro Song: Juls- “Alarm” ft. Prettyboy D-O & Suspect OTB 🚨🎙️
2021-10-11
35 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Quick Takes - Independence Day Edition
In light of the Nigerian Independence Day, we play a game called - Quick takes. The whole point of the game is to pick one out of 2 or 3 conflicting options. It's a fun ice breaker to help get to know my guests. Intro Song: Falz- “ Body Language” ft Ajebo HustlersTheme Song by 1705muzik 🚨🎙️Follow the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod & twitter - @twotakesandapodSubscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.
2021-10-02
25 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Independence Day Special - 61 Years Young
Can’t love Nigeria and not feel conflicted. This episode is very much me trying to navigate that with some passionate guests. We talk about why Nigeria will always be home, how amazingly good we are... and aren't and, what to look for in a better Nigeria. Despite the subject matter, this episode was a lot of fun, and quite enlightening, it’s also filled with genuine pride and concern, considering the current state of affairs, that should make a lot of sense. Happy Independence Day! 🇳🇬🦅🐎Intro Song: Burna B...
2021-10-02
1h 32
Two Takes and a Pod
The Relationship Gap: Final Takes - Vulnerability
🚨🎙️*** This is Take 4 of 4 exploring Hot Takes, these segments will explore hot topics and issues using the personal experiences and observations of my guests. ****** Note: Show will be on a break for the next month. ****We close out the series with vulnerability, most of us have a good reason to be uncomfortable with vulnerability, this episode explores that and how it impacts our approach to relationships. My guests get into all of this and much more. Enjoy the show.------Intro Song: “ Love me now” by...
2021-08-30
42 min
Two Takes and a Pod
The Relationship Gap: Take 3 - Fears
🚨🎙️*** this is Take 3 of 4 on Hot Takes, these segments will explore perspectives on hot topics and issues, using the personal experiences and observations of my guests. ***On Take 3 of The Relationship Gap, we explore some of the common fears that may or may not preclude us from getting into relationships, at this point of recording we’re further in the conversation and my guests are slowly getting ‘loose’ and more open, and the party is rocking smoothly in the background. The goal of this episode is to question the fears we all have from ge...
2021-08-23
1h 03
Two Takes and a Pod
The Relationship Gap: Take 2 - Miscommunication & Ghosting
🚨🎙️As you already know, in the next couple of episodes we are dropping 'Hot Takes' on relationships, these segments will explore perspectives on hot topics and issues, using the personal experiences and observations of my guests. Next up on - The Relationship Gap, I explore the challenges of communication in romantic relationships and my guests share their stories on how this has cost or benefitted their relationships. We also touch on something else, ghosting... their responses were something else! Intro Song: “ Understand ” by Omah lay Outro Song: “ Gone Girl ” by Obo...
2021-08-16
1h 21
Two Takes and a Pod
The Relationship Gap: Take 1 - Misconceptions
🚨🎙️On this episode, I’m introducing Hot Takes, these segments will explore various perspectives on hot topics and issues, using the personal experiences and observations of my guests. We’re kicking it off with - The Relationship Gap, I explore the challenges of building romantic relationships with a really cool group of single people and this explores some of the common misconceptions they deal with in approaching relationships. Intro Song: Lojay & Sarz “ LV N ATTN” ft. WizkidOutro Song: Arya Starr “ Bloody Samaritan” Theme Song by 1705muzik 🚨🎙️...
2021-08-09
52 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Wanting More w/ LOTi
🚨🎙️On this episode, Loti joins the podcast, he’s an Afro-RnB artist who found his way back to music after starting a music blog, he then transitioned from a computer science program to sound engineering and music entertainment, his first step to get into making music, a few years later he’s doing just that as well as mixing mand mastering music behind the scenes. We discuss why that change needed to happen, how he found his love for music, how his background has helped with the business of music and ultimately where he expects to go next wi...
2021-08-02
1h 04
Two Takes and a Pod
Safe Spaces w/ Jacquie I.
On this episode, Jacquie of the Chill Space Podcast joins us, we speak about her podcast and the subjects she explores on it, I feel like she tries to create a safe space to capture particular types of conversations on self development by tying in culture, so on this episode we get into her perspective on some of those topics and discuss her approach to podcasting.You can find the Chill space on Instagram: @thechillspacepodcast and listen to the podcast here***Intro Song: Wizkid - “ Blessed” ft. Damian Marley Outro Song: Ladipo...
2021-07-26
1h 15
Two Takes and a Pod
Sound & Stage w/ AJ Styles
🚨🎙️ On this episode, I sit with AJ Styles, he’s an up and coming NIgerian artist and veteran Promoter. We talk about his most recent project ‘Lost Files’ and his approach to music as a whole. As an event promoter and MC, he’s been involved in bringing many Nigerian artists to Canada and we get into how he got started and organized some of the biggest afrobeat concerts and events in Canada we get some behind the scenes gist and his unique perspective as an artist and event promoter. You can find AJ Styles on instag...
2021-07-19
1h 39
Two Takes and a Pod
Never Settle w/ Jeezy
🚨🎙️In this episode, I sit with Jeffery Ikeaka, we talk about his charity in his hometown of Dikenafai, Imo State, Nigeria. This project has been over 5years in the making, so we talk about what it’s taken to get it off the ground , how he manages the work and where things are going with the project. Right after that, we get into his socially conscious athleisure brand - "never settle" and end with his approach to business and entrepreneurship.You can find Jeffrey on instagram: @jefferyikenna, his charity page is: @jfcharity and his athleisure at www.nev...
2021-07-12
51 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Black Tax or Just Another Bill? w/ Za
🚨🎙️In this episode, we discuss the black tax. What does that really mean? And what does it look like for people of colour? Zandile "Za" Chiwanza, a personal finance journalist joins us to discuss why she feels it’s important, some trends she’s observed and how to overcome and avoid the common pitfalls when it comes to finance, especially for African immigrants. You can find Za on instagram: @zaknows, her website: zandilechiwanza.com**Intro Song: Falz, Niniola “Squander”Outro Song: Bella Shmurda, Zlatan “Cash App”Theme Song by 1705muzik
2021-07-05
1h 00
Two Takes and a Pod
Where are your boundaries? w/ Jumoke M.
🚨🎙️On this episode, we have Jumoke Moses from ‘A word to the wise’ podcast join us to discuss boundaries. We use the book ‘How to do the work’ by Nicole LePera to establish the concept of boundaries then discuss how cultural changes maybe impacting how we relate with one another. We go through the major groups; family, romantic relationships and friends. This leads to a fun and enlightening conversation about our personal experiences and observations on how people handle tension in personal relationships. Intro Song: Adekunle Gold “It is what it is”Outro Song...
2021-06-28
1h 42
Two Takes and a Pod
The Diasporic Nigerian w/ Mary A.
🚨🎙️Today, Mary Asekome sits with us to discuss her brand “The Diasporic Nigerian” and her background as a community builder and international student advocate based in Ontario. Her love for community building led her to create The Diasporic Nigerian a hub for Nigerian Professionals in Canada, providing a sense of home and celebrating the good work they’ve accomplished. We talk about how she got started, what motivates her to do the work she does and some of the lessons and insights she’s learnt travelling around the country advocating for international students and now professionals. Mo...
2021-06-21
1h 23
Two Takes and a Pod
Non-Fungible Tokens? w/ Ekene E.
🚨🎙️On this episode, Ekene a friend and NFT collector joins us. We discuss NFTs and explore what it means and why people are paying millions of dollars for them, then we get into what this means for everyone else. Are there real opportunities for creators? What do the communities of collectors look like and what do corporate players stand to gain from this new product class? Some answers are clearer than others. In addition to all this Ekene leaves the listeners with a non fungible gift. Listen to find out more. Intro & Out...
2021-06-14
1h 05
Two Takes and a Pod
The Kscope Way w/ Yvonne B.
🚨🎙️On this episode, I sit with Yvonne Ben - Owner of The KScope, a market place designed to support african businesses particularly when it comes to food, fashion and events.We explore how her brand started and how she used it to serve her community. She gets candid about her personal growth and the role it played in her approach to business. The KScope supports african businesses in Ontario and are constantly adding new features to help service providers improve customer service. These businesses provide quality african, food, clothing and other products that allow you...
2021-06-07
1h 37
Two Takes and a Pod
On Nigerian Consciousness w/ Chukwudi U.
🚨🎙️This episode explores the idea of Nigeria's national consciousness. We know that the country was put together without real consideration of its indigenes. So when exactly did we start identifying as Nigerians? And why?I have Chukwudi Ukonne, writer for The Republic Magazine join me to explore this topic. We discuss how the country came to be and for what reasons, to that end we uncover how the Nigerian identity came from fighting against the colonial government and the pivotal role Nigerian women played in establishing that mindset. Later on we dive into the cons...
2021-05-31
1h 38
Two Takes and a Pod
The Prosperity Paradox w/ Somto I.
🚨🎙️ Today I'm talking with my friend Somto, she's a Professional Engineer based in Calgary focused on clean energy. And we explore the prosperity paradox, a book co written by Clayton Christensen, Efosa Ojomo & Karen Dillon. The whole idea of this conversation is to challenge how Nigerian's and African's could approach building businesses back home or abroad. How do we use businesses and entrepreneurship to solve problems for Nigerians and how do we overcome the barriers. We start off with Clayton Christensen, his legacy and approach to business as a whole...
2021-05-24
1h 14
Two Takes and a Pod
Coup Conversations Prologue - Part 2 w/ Eyilola A.
🚨🎙️In Part 2 , we begin to see the fracturing of Nigeria's carefully molded political structure. The Action Group is imploding, as the NPC and NCNC coalition is dissolving, things go from bad to worse and this tension is felt through out the country leading up to the 1964 elections. This all leads up to the last flashpoint before Nigeria's first Military Coup in January 1966.On the next episode in this series we unpack how this affected the military by exploring what led to the major changes in the political dynamics that ultimately gave air for a military rebellio...
2021-05-16
57 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Coup Conversations Prologue - Part 1 w/ Eyilola A.
🚨🎙️On this episode I'm asking why and how the first Nigerian Coup Happened in January 15 1966? I decided to look for answers myself. I pulled from authors like Max Siollun among a few others and later reached out to a friend, today's guest, Eyilola Ajibola. We exchanged resources and decided to have this conversation on the podcast with the goal of answering some of our questions on record and piecing together the seismic events that have shaped the country we see today. In order to understand the motives for the January 15 1966 coup, we start on the p...
2021-05-09
1h 20
Two Takes and a Pod
Emotional Honesty w/ THEHONESTGUY
In this episode I sit down w/ Ayodeji (Mubarak) Adeyemi aka THEHONESTGUY. He’s just dropped his first EP - Love songs for no one and also has a new single called - let's get blown. 🚨🎙️I explore how he started making music, his experiences with love and how they inform his music. We dive into the backstory of some of his tracks, these are some spicy stories you don't want to miss. As the conversation continues we discuss the challenges he's had to overcome in love and music, what keeps him motivated & inspired an...
2021-05-03
1h 59
Two Takes and a Pod
What's Next?
🚨🎙️Two takes and a pod is back!Excited to check in after a 5... ok 6 month hiatus. This bonus episode covers where I've been the past couple of months and where the podcast is going. I also briefly work out a few grievances.. it's not you it's me. No, really, it's me. 🚨🎙️Follow the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod & twitter - @twotakesandapod
2021-05-03
10 min
A Word To The Wise
51. There's A Fine Line Between Love and Hate Ft. Osayi Okuns
Jummie and Osayi take a deep dive into the new movie Malcolm and Marie on Netflix and explore themes from the movie that contribute to Malcolm and Marie’s relationship dynamic. Such themes are: The potency of language in a relationship Ego in a relationship Feeling seen in a relationship Codependency (whether or not it’s a bad thing) Negative reinforcements in a relationship (there’s no need for a tit or tat) Triggers in a relationship Listening in a relationship for effective communication Synopsis of the Malcolm and Marie“For who knows how long, Malcolm ha...
2021-03-01
1h 38
A Word To The Wise
32. There's A Fine Line Between Love and Hate Ft. Osayi Okuns
Jummie and Osayi take a deep dive into the new movie Malcolm and Marie on Netflix and explore themes from the movie that contribute to Malcolm and Marie’s relationship dynamic. Such themes are: The potency of language in a relationship Ego in a relationship Feeling seen in a relationship Codependency (whether or not it’s a bad thing) Negative reinforcements in a relationship (there’s no need for a tit or tat) Triggers in a relationship Listening in a relationship for effective communication Synopsis of the Malcolm and Marie“For who knows how long, Malcolm ha...
2021-03-01
1h 39
Two Takes and a Pod
SWAT Analysis w/ Tobi of TNSLY
On this episode we discuss the ENDSARS protests, at the time of the recording it’s been just over a week since the Lekki toll gate massacre on Oct 20, to put things in perspective as we recover from the shock, we attempted a SWOT Analysis, for those unfamiliar, a SWOT analysis is a popular way big and small businesses assess their ability to jump into a new market. These past weeks have beckoned on us Nigerians to assess the situation of our country and how each and every one of us is affected and can contribute to end police br...
2020-11-09
1h 24
A Word To The Wise
27. We Shouldn't Be Fighting For Basic Human Rights — A Look Into The #ENDSARS Movement Ft. Osayi Okuns and Edua Eboigbe
In today’s episode, Edua (@eduaoe) and Osayi (@osayixc) join Jummie to discuss the #ENDSARS movement in Nigeria. #ENDSARS is a social movement in Nigeria that started on Twitter, calling for banning of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, known as (SARS) for short. SARS is a unit of the Nigerian Police Force, a controversial division known for police oppression, killing, and brutality.They take a deep dive into what the #ENDSARS movement is and why SARS was initially created. They also discuss the significance of the protests, if this movement should be classified as a black lives matter mo...
2020-10-19
1h 02
A Word To The Wise
14. We Shouldn't Be Fighting For Basic Human Rights — A Look Into The #ENDSARS Movement Ft. Osayi Okuns and Edua Eboigbe
In today’s episode, Edua (@eduaoe) and Osayi (@osayixc) join Jummie to discuss the #ENDSARS movement in Nigeria. #ENDSARS is a social movement in Nigeria that started on Twitter, calling for banning of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, known as (SARS) for short. SARS is a unit of the Nigerian Police Force, a controversial division known for police oppression, killing, and brutality.They take a deep dive into what the #ENDSARS movement is and why SARS was initially created. They also discuss the significance of the protests, if this movement should be classified as a black lives matter mo...
2020-10-19
1h 04
Two Takes and a Pod
Future Shock
Future Shock, the dizzying disorientation brought on by the premature arrival of the future. Alvin Toffler’s 1965 article “Future As A Way of Life “ breaks down what rapid changes in culture look like and what sort of impact this has on human beings and society. In his writing, Toffler argues that we need to build the habit and skill sets required to predict what may lie ahead. An unwillingness or inability to do this will essentially lead to people walking around - blindly - asleep to what is coming and therefore susceptible to the phenomenon of future shock.
2020-10-09
39 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Crisis Generation
In his book “The Laws of Human Nature”, author Robert Greene points out that the generation we are born into shapes our thoughts and values, whether we are aware of this or not. "Certainly we bring our own individual spirit into play in this drama, and to the degree that we can cultivate our uniqueness, we will gain power and the ability to direct the zeitgeist. But it is critical that we recognize first the dominant role that our generation plays in our formation, and where this generation falls in the pattern.”Our task therefore is thre...
2020-10-02
43 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Col IV - Like We Never Left
🚨🔇 AND we're back like we never left!A lot has happened in the last few months and the more we sit in it, and think about it, the more it feels that we are dealing with the premature arrival of the future.So what happens when the future shows up early? How do you prepare for your collision with tomorrow?This collection we are exploring these ideas within our usual topics - how we view sex and relationships, how we deal with money and success, the tools we need to be better humans and pr...
2020-09-25
09 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Special: Boys In Blue - To Kill A Mockingbird.
"I’d like to welcome you back to another sold-out lynching of a black man." Tomi A's satirical essay on recent clashes between police and citizens narrated by the lovely, Somto Ibe. Produced by YAWA - www.yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-07-27
09 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Pandemic Talks Wrap Up (And Why You Should Ignore Nick Cannon Content)
That's a wrap on our third collection of conversations. We'll be on a brief hiatus from recording collection type episodes. In the meantime look out for bi-weekly episodes of interviews with our favorites people doing things in the city, Stay tuned! 🚨🔇 By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-07-24
14 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Dialogue in Crisis
It's easy in this moment for what's important to get lost in the noise. We explore the back and forth between Chicago rapper noname and J. Cole. Should tone be an issue when delivering a message? We also get into sports as a megaphone or a distraction. Especially when black voices are taking the streets fighting for black lives. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-07-10
57 min
Two Takes and a Pod
What Are We Building?
On this episode we talk about the moment and what it requires. Reading from Marc Andresseen's blog post on "It's Time To Build" we dive into the question - what are we building? By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-06-27
30 min
Two Takes and a Pod
How Do You Respond?
Recent events reveal just how deep the rot of rape culture lies in our community. How do you respond at a time like this? We talk about it with our guest, Pam A. By YAWA, you can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. Follow us on social media, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-06-16
1h 06
Two Takes and a Pod
We Are No Longer At Ease
There are a lot of things to be fed up about. The death of George Floyd has breathed new life into the fight against white supremacy, now we have a bigger army. In Nigeria a brutal rape and murder reminds us of how far we have to go in battling rape culture and the patriarchal society we live in. Overall, we are no longer at ease. Original cool cat @Osagie joins us. By YAWA, visit us yawamag.com Follow us: @yawamagazine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-06-05
1h 04
Two Takes and a Pod
Sanctioned Cruelty
On this episode we talk about recent events in the US - the murder of George Floyd opens a number of questions on the value of black life and how we deal with these constant reminders of how they see us. By YAWA, visit us yawamag.com Follow us: @yawamagazine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-05-29
30 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Lowkey Trippin’ - Insecure Recap (ft. Pam A.)
On today's episode we discuss HBO’s hit show Insecure. We get into the weird nature of relationships, the relatable premise of the show’s plot and how the breakdown in communication between friends and lovers affect not only themselves but the group. Our guest today is Pam A. follow her on instagram: @theopeningact_ By YAWA, our website is www. yawamag.com. @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-05-19
52 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Let Me Explain
Have you heard of Okafor's Law? This sparked an interesting conversation during the week and well, here we are. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-05-15
20 min
Two Takes and a Pod
America Dies, Nigeria Sucks & MJ is a Madman
Checking in. What happens when there’s a power vacuum? There’s usually chaos! We talk about America's waning influence on the global stage and how that impacts the global world order. We also make a case for bullying as a way to get the best out of your kid. Don’t blame us, blame Michael Jordan. Write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-05-12
56 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Make It Count (ft. Osagie)
Several weeks into quarantine we touch base with the homie Osagie - Creative Consultant, Co-founder of YAWA and original cool cat - Osayi opens up about the tough parts of losing a loved one to COVID19. We talk about some of the sudden changes in our lives, what trends we are seeing and a few other interesting stories that have come up. Write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message...
2020-05-05
1h 15
Two Takes and a Pod
COVID 2020
How do we talk about COVID19? We just do. We talk about the current situation for us and how we’ve been handling the transition to working from home. We check in on our governments' response to the crisis - are we doing enough? Should there be a global reprimand of China for COVID19 once the dust settles? Tricky. Write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tw...
2020-04-14
1h 01
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: We Didn't See It Coming
🚨🔇 On this episode we’re closing out COL 2 reflecting on each episode topic and guest, how we feel about those conversations in hindsight, and maybe how the impact of COVID-19 and changed the way we see things 🙃 Two Takes and a Pod : Collection 2 2020 Vision (No Adeboye) How Are You Mad? Outrage & Compassion Too Foreign: The Translator Dear God, Not Another Talking Phase Mask Off Too Foreign: Black Awareness Propaganda: Black Privilege Sticks and Stones Too Foreign: Identity You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, in...
2020-04-10
35 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: Too Foreign - Identity (ft David O)
There’s being a Nigerian living in Canada. There’s being a Nigerian-born child who grew up in Canada and then there’s being a Canadian born to Nigerian parents living in Canada. All different flavours of the same soup. But you may never realize until you stop and ask yourself just how at home you feel in your home city. Too Foreign for here. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. Follow YAWA on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www.yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor...
2020-03-27
1h 22
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: Sticks & Stones
Does the response to controversial “freedom of speech” moments have to be the response that is most politically correct? In a world where the tendency is to criticize first with no intent to understand the work product, where do we draw the line? We talk it out on this episode. Articles we discuss: Netflix - Truth to Power business: https://thehill.com/homenews/media/469334-netflix-ceo-were-not-in-the-truth-to-power-business Chappelle Special: https://www.vice.com/en_ca/article/59ngpb/you-can-definitely-skip-dave-chappelles-new-netflix-special-sticks-and-stones Gayle King on Kobe: https://deadline.com/2020/02/gayle-king-kobe-bryant-cbs-news-lisa-leslie-1202853069/ Write to us: twotakesandapod@gmail.com By YAWA, follow us o...
2020-03-13
33 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: Black Privilege (ft. Somto)
Black in the corporate world: can this be your superpower? How can young Black professionals use their blackness as a way to leverage and achieve career progression in the corporate world? Analyzing the current corporate environment, our position in it and where we see opportunities for success. Write to us: twotakesandapod@gmail.com By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine, @twotakesandapod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-03-06
1h 04
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: Too Foreign - Black Awareness Propaganda (ft. Osahon)
Happy Black History month! How much time do you spend thinking about the fact that you’re black? Why does one even have to spend time thinking about a question like this. Living in Canada today, there seems to be constant reminders about the fact that I am indeed, a black person. We explore this with our guest Osahon. Write to us: twotakesandapod@gmail.comBy YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine--- Send in a voice message: htt...
2020-02-28
56 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: Mask Off (ft Reda)
Being a man can be tricky these days. We invite Reda to discuss the illusive definition of masculinity. He also shares some lessons from exploring emotions with his father, the trouble with misunderstanding power and what the path for young men should look like. REDA's Super Soul Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4PGgZDvCxF4m0exM685itv?si=MFaM0qKXSES-n1vd3eNyiA Write to us: twotakesandapod@gmail.com By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-02-21
56 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: Dear God, Not Another Talking Phase (ft. Dija & Lindura)
Dating in your mid-20s is really the ghetto. The shiny objects aren't as attractive anymore. You have less and less time for games and more time for honesty, vulnerability and connection. Too bad none of the candidates at your doorstep seem to have any of these on offer. Oh, and Happy Valentine's Day! We have Kadija from @hecticpodcast and Lindura with us. Write to us: twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-02-14
1h 01
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: Too Foreign - The Translator (ft. Fahd)
This episode is the first in a series we are running through this second collection called "Too Foreign". On our Too Foreign series we explore questions around identity, what its like to suddenly find out that you’re black and more but first up is Fahd! We invited Fahd on to share his view on the perspectives and psychological changes you go through being your parents "translator" and the "in between" your parents reality, and the reality of the country you live in. Write to us: twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social me...
2020-02-07
57 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: Outrage and Compassion (ft Uche)
This episode we sit down with Uche - founder of The Consent Workshop - and we talk about the relationship between outrage and compassion when speaking truth to power. We explore the importance of these emotions and its impact her activism. Look out for the next Consent Workshop event on www.theconsentworkshop.com/ You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-01-31
55 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Col 2: How Are You Mad? (ft Funmi)
🚀 COL 2 kicks off with Funmi helping us speak on mental health. He highlights some of the common misconceptions about mental health challenges, we share our stories and experiences on our own journeys and we end discussing the work Funmi is doing to help create safe spaces and demystify this topic. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. . --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-01-31
1h 32
Two Takes and a Pod
Collection Two - What Happens Next?
Two Takes and a Pod - COLLECTION 2 🚨🔇 RELEASE DATE: January 31st then WEEKLY on FRIDAYS. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. By YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is www. yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-01-30
08 min
Two Takes and a Pod
2020 Vision (No Adeboye)
Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2020 Osayi and Flo reflect on lessons from the past year, share some thoughts on trends we HAVE to leave behind in the last decade and then we pray to God for vision in 2020. By YAWA Magazine, www.yawamag.com. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. IG: @twotakesandapod, @yawamagazine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2020-01-10
1h 04
Two Takes and a Pod
Bonus Episode (ft oluwa1oseyi)
2TAP: Bonus Episode - While we work on Col. 2, here's a conversation we recorded during the development phase of Collection 1. Folarin talks with our guest about her academic journey, Africa’s relationship with the climate crisis and tips on finding yourself. By YAWA Magazine, www.yawamag.com. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. IG: @twotakesandapod, @yawamagazine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2019-11-29
27 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Character
On this episode we try to understand what good character is and why it matters to us. “Road to Character” by David Brooks helps us break down what aspects of our personalities impact our character and how we interact with each other. This concludes our first collection of episodes which were structured around themes of Loyalty, Power, Opinion, the moral dilemma of the me too movement, and Growth. If you have ideas for us, if you want to come on the show and talk with us - reach out! We’d love to talk with you. Yo...
2019-10-11
38 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Lead With Love (Opinion)
On this episode, we breakdown “Opinion” and what having one of those looks like in a digital age. We discuss how we’ve built our own information silos, how certain corporations have helped create the environments that make this possible and we talk about the death of the “gatekeeper” in social discourse. Original cool cat - Osagie - joins us. We pull topics from these articles: From Fact Checkers To Fake News: Social Media’s Dream Of A Voice For All Has Failed. Cambridge Analytica and the Nigerian Election. The Age of Misinformation You can write to...
2019-10-04
42 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Power?
On this episode we talk about how Power structures affect our daily lives and the greater community and society, we also explore the recent deal between Roc Nation, Jay-Z and the NFL, and what success looks like when going against power. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. This podcast is brought to you by YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2019-09-27
39 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Tell Me Who You Loyal To (Loyalty)
What makes people who are in happy, stable relationships cheat on their partners? On this episode, we’re pulling from a great article by Esther Perel featured in the Atlantic which explores the mental, emotional and sexual sides of infidelity. Cynthia from Zoba Martin joins us. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. Twitter & instagram: @twotakesandapod This podcast is brought to you by YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is yawamag.com. Our music is by Boye! - You can find him on facebook at 1705mu...
2019-09-20
43 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Sexual Healing (Sex)
On this episode, we invite two ladies on to help us talk about how we respond as a society to the MeToo movement and the kind of morally conscious decisions we have to make as consumers. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. Twitter & instagram: @twotakesandapod This podcast is by YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is yawamag.com. Our music is by Boye! - You can find him on Facebook at 1705muzik. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/message
2019-09-13
51 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Waves By The Beach (Growth)
In our first episode we are talking about Growth. With the help of our main guy, Osagie, we wonder why our society doesn't allow people to grow from their mistakes. We also share some of our own personal growth missions. You can write to us at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. Twitter & instagram: @twotakesandapod This podcast is by YAWA, follow us on social media @yawamagazine on twitter, instagram and facebook. Our website is yawamag.com. Our music is by Boye! - You can find him on Facebook at 1705muzik. --- Send in a voice message: https...
2019-09-06
43 min
Two Takes and a Pod
Two Takes and a Pod: Ground Zero
Welcome to Two Takes and a Pod - this is our podcast where we give you two takes on our theme of the moment. For some time we’ve played around with the idea of a podcast for people who look like us and share our experiences. If you get the feeling that means black Africans living in Canada, then yes...you’re absolutely right. We enjoy sharing some of the lessons from our lived experiences and exploring our ideas ranging from the extreme to the inspirational. All of this has led to us creating Two...
2019-08-27
03 min